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About Kimi Du

I'm currently pursuing a Master of Entertainment Technology at Carnegie Mellon University with a concentration on game systems and level design. I have a background in the Bachelor of Arts in Digital Arts and Sciences from the University of Florida, where I gained the foundation of game design and development, project methodologies, and 3D modeling and animation. 

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In my free time, I play video games and study from the games I play. I am also an active animal conservation volunteer and devote myself to animal welfare and environmental protection. I  incorporated a lot of my research and thoughts into my design.

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My Top Media 

  • Anime: Steins; Gate, FULLMETAL ALCHEMIST, JoJo's Bizarre Adventure

  • Film: Batman Trilogy, Searching for Sugar Man, The Silence of the Lambs

  • Album: LIVING THINGS - Linkin Park, Plagiarism - Yorushika, Stadium Arcadium - Red Hot Chili Peppers

  • Game: Bioshock Infinite, What Remains of Edith Finch, Hotline Miami, GTA 5, Hi-Fi Rush

  • Themed Entertainment: Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind (Epcot), Hollywood Dream - The Ride: Backdrop (USJ)

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Education

Aug 2023 - Expected May 2025

Carnegie Mellon University

Master of Entertainment Technology

Core Modules: Building Virtual Worlds, Visual Storytelling, Advanced Pipeline for Film & Game Art, VR Educational Game Project

University of Florida

Bachelor of Arts in Digital Arts & Sciences

Aug 2019 - May 2023

Core Modules: Game Design & Production, Game Systems Development, Digital Storytelling, Project Methodology, 3D Animation Techniques 

Experiences

Jan 2022 - May 2023
UF Chinese Student Association (UFCSA)

Media Operations Manager, Video Editor

  • Created and produced promotional videos, short films, and vlogs about students' life, extracurricular activities, and Chinese holiday events

  • Managed daily operations and distributions of social media content across international and Chinese platforms and increased views and followers by 10%

Aug 22 - present
UFCSA Gaming Club

Founder & Manager

  • Established gaming community and Discord channel, including Game Forum, Social Communication, and Online Multiplayer Gaming

  • Held on-campus E-Sports events for students to team up and play League of Legends and Overwatch

  • Led members to participate in viewing e-sports events held in North America, such as LOL S12 Atlanta semifinals

Aug 2022 - May 2023
UF Digital Worlds Institute

Student Mentor & Peer Advisor

  • Counseled students individually and in group sessions to develop academic action plans by evaluating students learning styles, deficiencies, and goals.

  • Met with mentees regularly to update progress and helped them with professional development in digital art and video game design.

May 21 - Aug 21
Beijing Summer Fireworks Culture Communication Co., Ltd

Content Creator & Manager

  • Produced original digital content for promotional advertisements and marketing materials.

  • Managed social media accounts and content across 3 platforms for widest audience reach; cultivated social media following with more than 10k total followers.

Feb 2022 - May 2022
4HGU Utilities Models

Fashion Model, Dancer, Lighting Technician

  • Participated in 2 rehearsals per week to adequately prepare for runway and dance performances.

  • Promoted products and showcased fashion garments by posing for commercials and photoshoots.

  • Assisted set-up and operation of lighting equipment in photoshoots and filmed behind-the-scenes videos.

Volunteering

World Wildlife Fund (WWF)

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01/2021 - present

Member, Donor, Activist

  • Virtual adoption of endangered animals such as polar bears through donations

  • Donated monthly to WWF as a regular donor

  • Advocated to the US Congress as a supporter of animal and environmental protection; participated in related Acts such as Big Cat Public Safety Act and Break Free from Plastic Pollution Act

Changsha Siberian Tigers Breeding Conversation

 

07/2022 to 08/2022

Volunteer, Donor, Researcher

  • Observed the daily behavior of tigers in the conversation and wrote research reports on observation targets

  • Maintained the hygienic environment of tiger conservation, prepared food and nutritional products for tigers, assisted the wild training

  • Took care of tiger cubs, prepared milk powder, measured and recorded their body length and weight

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